Prof. Ian Freckelton AO KC is an eminent Australian barrister, academic, and jurist recognized internationally for his multifaceted contributions to law, psychiatry, and public policy. A King’s Counsel with extensive appellate, trial, and advisory experience, he has practiced across Australia and abroad in administrative, criminal, human rights, and professional negligence law. His exceptional professional standing is reflected in repeated recognition by Doyle’s Guide and Best Lawyers in Australia across public, commercial, and personal injury law categories. He serves as a Judge of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Nauru and has held numerous tribunal roles in mental health, medical regulation, and professional discipline. As Professor of Law and Professorial Fellow in Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne, and Honorary Professor at several leading universities, he bridges legal scholarship and forensic science with a distinctive interdisciplinary approach. A prolific scholar, he has authored and edited over 300 books, chapters, and peer-reviewed papers shaping contemporary discourse in forensic law, expert evidence, and human rights. His research and advocacy have significantly influenced legal reforms, professional accountability, and justice innovation. Ian Freckelton’s academic influence is evidenced by 1,481 citations from 1,163 documents, 313 publications, and an h-index of 15, underscoring his enduring impact on law and society through scholarship, legal practice, and public service.
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